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Senior Contracts Administrator

Vienna, Virginia, United States

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Contracts Administrator to join our Contracts and Procurement (C&P) Division. This is a strategic role supporting our Surface Transportation Group (STG), with a primary focus on contracts with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and other Federal civilian agencies.
 
This is more than a contracts role — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor in a team that supports groundbreaking research, advanced systems integration, and mission-critical software and hardware delivery. ENSCO is committed to excellence in federal contracting and we are seeking a professional who shares our passion for integrity, compliance, and high performance.
 
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation and submission of compliant, compelling, and timely proposal responses, including management and cost/price volumes, in accordance with Government RFP requirements.
- Serve as a primary point of contact with Contracting Officers and Acquisition personnel to ensure effective and professional communication throughout all phases of the contract lifecycle.
- Manage and monitor payment milestones, ensuring timely invoicing and revenue recognition.
- Proactively identify and resolve funding, performance, or contractual issues to mitigate risk and maintain project momentum.
- Oversee and execute contract modifications, change orders, and administrative actions to support dynamic program requirements.
- Maintain complete and organized contractual files in accordance with internal controls and federal regulations.
- Ensure compliance with ENSCO policies and Government requirements, including FAR/DFARS, agency supplements, and socioeconomic initiatives.
- Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract terms, conditions, and best practices in federal acquisition strategy.
- Support audits, reviews, and risk management initiatives as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the C&P Division and the broader STG mission.

Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent) and a minimum of 7 years directly related experience required. 
- In-depth knowledge of U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), with a strong background in non-DoD civilian agency contracting (DOT experience highly preferred).
- Demonstrated experience with a wide variety of contract types, including FFP, Cost Reimbursement, T&M, ID/IQ, and Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs). Both from the proposal and execution point of view.  
- Experience drafting and submitting Limitation of Cost/Funding notifications, understanding Government Property requirements and Data Rights.
- Proven success in contract administration, proposal development, and customer engagement in a government contractor environment.
- Ability to interpret and negotiate complex contract terms and ensure risk is appropriately assessed and mitigated.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent ability to use Microsoft Office Suite. (Outlook, Excel, Word at minimum)
- Ability to work on site (either Transportation Technology Center in Pueblo, CO or Vienna, VA) three days per week.

Qualifications Desired:
- NCMA Certificates a bonus
- Experience with Export control 
 
 

Required Certifications: None
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: None
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type:  7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range

$90,000 - $130,000 USD

 

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Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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